2004 Chevrolet Blazer Owners Manual

❑ ❑ 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:

− In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

− In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery

service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service.

37,500 Miles (62 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:

− In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

− In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery

service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

If you have not used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Manual transmission fluid does not require change.

❑ Automatic Transfer Case Only: Change transfer

case fluid.

52,500 Miles (87 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:

− In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

− In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery

service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service.

67,500 Miles (112 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:

− In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

− In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing.

− Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery

service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

82,500 Miles (137 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:

− In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

− In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery

service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service.

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

97,500 Miles (162 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ 100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service.

❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.

If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Manual transmission fluid does not require change.

❑ Automatic Transfer Case Only: Change transfer

case fluid. Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service.

150,000 Miles (240 000 km) ❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every

60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service.

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-38 for further details.

At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-59 for further details. Cassette Tape Player Service Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See Audio System(s) on page 3-37 for further details.

Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.

At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-13 for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for further details.

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At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-96. Spare Tire Check At least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that the spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If it moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-79.

Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-33. Manual Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5-22. Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed. Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-19. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See Hydraulic Clutch on page 5-23. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once.

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At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood hinges, hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, door hinges, fuel door hinge, endgate hinges, outer tailgate handle pivot points, tailgate hinges, tailgate mounted spare tire (if equipped), glove box and console doors, moving seat hardware and folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

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Starter Switch Check

{CAUTION:

When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle.

2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular

brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-35 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.

3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor. If the starter works when the clutch is not pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.

Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check

{CAUTION:

When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake, See Parking Brake

on page 2-35 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.

3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle needs service.

Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. (cid:127) With an automatic transmission, the key should turn

to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). (cid:127) With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when you press the key release button. On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.

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Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check

{CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.

To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure form the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake.

Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual. See Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11.

Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary.

Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-40.

Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.

Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.

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Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.

Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; check and have it repaired, if needed. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation. More frequent lubrication may be required on off-road use.

Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer.

Usage

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Hydraulic Brake

System

Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-13. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24. Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.

Windshield

Washer Solvent GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent.

Hydraulic

Clutch System

Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12345347, in Canada 10953517) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.

Usage

Fluid/Lubricant

Parking Brake Cable Guides

Power Steering

System

Manual

Transmission

Automatic

Transmission

Key Lock Cylinders

Chassis

Lubrication

Front and Rear Axle (Standard

Differential)

Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12345349, in Canada 10953465). DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 1052271, in Canada 10950849).

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Fluid/Lubricant

Usage

Fluid/Lubricant

Axle Lubricant; use only GM Part No. U.S. 1052271, in Canada 10950849. Do not add friction modifier. DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. AUTO-TRAK II Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378508, in Canada 10953626). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary

Latch,

Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl

Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Hood and

Door Hinges

Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).

Tailgate

Mounted Spare

Tire Carrier (if equipped), Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and

Hinges

Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).

Weatherstrip Conditioning

Weatherstrip

Squeaks

Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Synthetic Grease with Teflon, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12371287, in Canada 10953437).

Usage

Rear Axle (Locking

Differential)

Electronic

Transfer Case

Automatic

Transfer Case

Rear Driveline Center Spline and Universal

Joints

Constant Velocity

Universal Joint

Clutch Pushrod to Clutch Fork

Joint

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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.

Part

Air Cleaner Filter

Automatic Transmission Filter Kit

Fuel Filter

Oil Filter

PCV Valve

4300 Engine

Spark Plugs

Windshield Wiper Blades

Length Type

*ACDelco® Part No. **GM Part No.

Number *A1163C

**25098463

**24200796
*GF481

**15050894

*PF47

**25010792
*CV769C **6487532
*41–932

**25162556

20 inches (51 cm)

Trico

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Engine Drive Belt Routing

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Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.

Date

Odometer Reading

Serviced By

Maintenance Record

Maintenance Record

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Date

Odometer Reading

Serviced By

Maintenance Record

Maintenance Record (cont’d)

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Date

Odometer Reading

Serviced By

Maintenance Record

Maintenance Record (cont’d)

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Date

Odometer Reading

Serviced By

Maintenance Record

Maintenance Record (cont’d)

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Section 7

Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2
Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2
Online Owner Center ......................................7-3
Customer Assistance for Text

Telephone (TTY) Users ................................7-4
Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-4
GM Mobility Program for Persons with

Disabilities ..................................................7-5
Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-6
Courtesy Transportation ...................................7-7
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data

Records .....................................................7-9

Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-10

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States

Government ..............................................7-10

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian

Government ..............................................7-11
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .....7-11
Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-11

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Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:

STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager.

STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).

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We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from

the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.)

(cid:127) Dealership name and location (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern.

STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you.

You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address:

BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800
Arlington, VA 22203-1804
Telephone: 1-800-955-5100

This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program.

Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. You can find your specific vehicle information all in one place. The Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your specific vehicle,

including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner’s manual. (United States only)

(cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and

maintenance schedule. Find GM dealers for service nationwide.

(cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only

available to members. (United States only)

Refer to the web for updated information. To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com. (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada).

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(cid:127) Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

United States – Customer Assistance

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170
1-800-222-1020
1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA® (243-8872) Fax Number: 313-381-0022

Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center.

From Puerto Rico:

1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022

From U.S. Virgin Islands:

1-800-496-9994
Fax Number: 313-381-0022

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Canada – Customer Assistance

General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800

Overseas – Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance

General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740
Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-508-0000
Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800

GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities

This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000
toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/ scooter lifts, etc.).

This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, see your GM dealer or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. All TTY users call 1-800-263-3830.

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Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872) As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense to you:

Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel ($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the nearest service station.

Lock-out Service (identification required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles.

(cid:127) Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for

warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud or snow. Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. (The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure.) Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge.

(cid:127) Dealer Locator Service In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Your name, home address, and home telephone

number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle

(cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number (cid:127) Mileage, Vehicle Identification Number and delivery

date of the vehicle

(cid:127) Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call away. Chevrolet Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-234-8872), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Chevrolet’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Buick reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification.

Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book.

Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required. This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair. Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes a one way or round trip shuttle service to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership.

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Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement (five day maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (five day maximum) may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $30.00 a day and must be supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental.

Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact you dealer for specific information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion.

Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash or near crash event by computer systems commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash or near crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as engine speed, brake applications, throttle position, vehicle speed, seat belt usage, airbag readiness, airbag performance data, and the severity of a collision. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety.

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Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the

vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or as required by law.

In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may

use the data for GM research needs,

(cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate

confidentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes.

Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM.

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If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar, please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. Reporting Safety Defects

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline.

(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write:

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00

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Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). Owner’s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00

Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to:

Helm, Incorporated P. O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207

Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds.

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A

Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped

Vehicle ....................................................... 1-58
Adding Washer Fluid ....................................... 5-39
Additional Program Information ........................... 7-9
Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment ........................... 5-102
Add-On Equipment .......................................... 4-60
Adjusting the Speakers

(Balance/Fade) .................... 3-40, 3-43, 3-52, 3-63
After Off-Road Driving ..................................... 4-29
Air Bag

Readiness Light .......................................... 3-25
Air Bag System .............................................. 1-52

Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped

Vehicle ................................................... 1-58
How Does an Air Bag Restrain? .................... 1-55
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ......... 1-57
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? .................... 1-55
What Will You See After an Air

Bag Inflates? ........................................... 1-56
When Should an Air Bag Inflate? ................... 1-55
Where Are the Air Bags? .............................. 1-53
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-18
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...... 7-9
AM ............................................................... 3-72
AM-FM Radio ................................................. 3-38
Antenna, Fixed Mast ....................................... 3-74
Anti-lock Brake System ..................................... 4-8

Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-29
Appearance Care ............................................ 5-93
Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-95
Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-99
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ 5-93
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle .............. 5-96
Finish Damage ............................................ 5-99
Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-98
Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-99
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ............... 5-100
Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-95
Approaching a Hill .......................................... 4-20
Ashtrays ........................................................ 3-17
Assist Handles ............................................... 2-57
Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-37
AM-FM Radio ............................................. 3-38
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ................ 3-72
Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-74
Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-74
Fixed Mast Antenna ..................................... 3-74
Radio with Cassette and CD ......................... 3-49
Radio with CD ............................................ 3-41
Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ 3-60
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data

Systems (RDS) ........................................ 3-38

Setting the Time for Radios without Radio

Data Systems (RDS) ................................ 3-37
Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................ 3-72
Understanding Radio Reception ..................... 3-72

Automatic Headlamp System ............................ 3-13
Automatic Transfer Case .................................. 2-31
Automatic Transmission ................................... 2-21
Fluid .......................................................... 5-19
Operation ................................................... 2-23
Automatic Transmission Check .......................... 6-27
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control

System Check ............................................. 6-29

Backing Up .................................................... 4-67
Battery .......................................................... 5-43
Battery Replacement ......................................... 2-6
Battery Run-Down Protection ............................ 3-16
Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-36
Before You Go Off-Roading .............................. 4-15
Body Lubrication Service .................................. 6-28
Brake

Parking ...................................................... 2-35
System Inspection ....................................... 6-32
System Warning Light .................................. 3-28
Brake Adjustment ............................................ 5-42
Brake Fluid .................................................... 5-40
Brake Pedal Travel ......................................... 5-42
Brake Wear ................................................... 5-42
Brakes .......................................................... 5-40
Braking ........................................................... 4-7

Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-18
Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-51
Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-51
Headlamps ................................................. 5-51
One-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps ............... 5-53
Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-56
Taillamps .................................................... 5-55
Two-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps ............... 5-54
Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-73

California Fuel .................................................. 5-5
Canada – Customer Assistance .......................... 7-5
Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Canadian Roadside Assistance ........................... 7-7
Capacities and Specifications .......................... 5-108
Carbon Monoxide ........................... 4-40, 4-60, 2-40
Care of

Safety Belts ................................................ 5-95
Your Cassette Tape Player ............................ 3-72
Your CD Player ........................................... 3-74
Your CDs ................................................... 3-74
Cargo Tie Downs ............................................ 2-59
Cassette Tape Messages ................................. 3-57
Cassette Tape Player Service ........................... 6-26

CD Adapter Kits ............................................. 3-57
CD Messages ................................ 3-49, 3-60, 3-71
Center Front Passenger Position,

Safety Belts ................................................ 1-21

Center Rear Passenger Position,

Safety Belts ................................................ 1-26
Center Seat Positions, Child Restraints .............. 1-51
Certification/Tire Label ..................................... 4-58
Chains, Tires .................................................. 5-77
Charging System Light .................................... 3-26
Check

Engine Light ............................................... 3-30
Gages Warning Light ................................... 3-35
Checking Brake Fluid ...................................... 5-41
Checking Coolant ............................................ 5-26
Checking Engine Oil ........................................ 5-13
Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10
Checking Your Restraint Systems ...................... 1-58
Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-99
Child Restraints

Center Seat Positions .................................. 1-51
Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-37
Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-34
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for

Children (LATCH System) .......................... 1-44
Older Children ............................................. 1-31
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the

LATCH System ........................................ 1-46

Child Restraints (cont.)

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside

Seat Position ........................................... 1-46

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front

Seat Position ........................................... 1-49
Top Strap ................................................... 1-41
Top Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-43
Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-40
Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-17
Cleaning

Inside of Your Vehicle .................................. 5-93
Outside of Your Vehicle ................................ 5-96
Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-99
Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-95
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels .............................. 5-98
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....................... 5-96
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet .................................... 5-93
Cleaning Glass Surfaces .................................. 5-95
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components ................. 5-94
Cleaning Leather ............................................ 5-94
Cleaning the Mirror ......................................... 2-43
Cleaning the Photocells ................................... 2-43
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel ........... 5-94
Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass and

Wiper Blades .............................................. 5-97
Cleaning Tires ................................................ 5-98
Cleaning Vinyl ................................................ 5-94
Cleaning Wood Panels .................................... 5-95

Climate Control System ................................... 3-17
Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-20
Clutch, Hydraulic ............................................. 5-23
Column Shift Lever ......................................... 2-36
Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-92
Console Shift Lever ......................................... 2-37
Content Theft-Deferrent .................................... 2-16
Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-6
Convenience Net ............................................ 2-59
Convenience System, Rear .............................. 2-60
Coolant

Engine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-29
Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-22
Cooling ......................................................... 3-18
Cooling System .............................................. 5-30
Cruise Control .................................................. 3-9
Current and Past Model Order Forms ................ 7-12
Customer Assistance Information

Courtesy Transportation .................................. 7-7
Customer Assistance for Text

Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices ........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Program for Persons with

Disabilities ................................................ 7-5

Reporting Safety Defects to General

Motors .................................................... 7-11

Customer Assistance Information (cont.)

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian

Government

............................................ 7-11

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States

Government

............................................ 7-10
Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-6
Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-11

Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-14
Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-3
Defogging and Defrosting ................................. 3-19
Dinghy Towing ................................................ 4-47
Directing the Airflow ........................................ 3-18
Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-3
Dolly Towing (Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles) ........... 4-52
Dolly Towing (Vehicles with Automatic

Transfer Case) ............................................ 4-49

Dolly Towing (Vehicles with Electronic

Transfer Case) ............................................ 4-50
Dome Lamps ................................................. 3-16
Door

Locks .......................................................... 2-7
Power Door Locks ......................................... 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............... 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-10

Driver

Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-14
Driver Behavior ................................................ 4-2
Driver Information Center (DIC) ......................... 2-54
Driving

At Night ..................................................... 4-30
City ........................................................... 4-34
Defensive ..................................................... 4-3
Drunken ....................................................... 4-4
Environment ................................................. 4-2
Freeway ..................................................... 4-35
Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-38
In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-31
Winter ........................................................ 4-40
Driving Across an Incline .................................. 4-26
Driving Downhill .............................................. 4-24
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice .................... 4-27
Driving in Water .............................................. 4-28
Driving On Grades .......................................... 4-68
Driving on Off-Road Hills ................................. 4-20
Driving on Snow or Ice .................................... 4-41
Driving Through Deep Standing Water ............... 4-33
Driving Through Flowing Water ......................... 4-33
Driving Uphill .................................................. 4-21
Driving with a Trailer ....................................... 4-66

Electrical System

Add-On Equipment ..................................... 5-102
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......................... 5-103
Headlamps ............................................... 5-102
Power Windows and Other Power

Options ................................................. 5-102
Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................. 5-102
Electronic Transfer Case .................................. 2-29
Emergency Release for Opening Tailgate ........... 2-15
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance

Programs ................................................... 3-32

Engine

Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-18
Battery ....................................................... 5-43
Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-30
Coolant ...................................................... 5-24
Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-22
Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-29
Cooling System Inspection ............................ 6-31
Drive Belt Routing ....................................... 6-36
Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12
Exhaust ..................................................... 2-40
Fan Noise .................................................. 5-37
Oil ............................................................. 5-13
Overheating ................................................ 5-27
Starting ...................................................... 2-21

Engine Compartment Fuse Block ..................... 5-105
Engine Coolant Level Check ............................. 6-26
Engine Oil Additives ........................................ 5-16
Engine Oil Level Check ................................... 6-26
Engine Speed Control ..................................... 2-22
Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-15
Environmental Concerns .................................. 4-17
Erasing HomeLink® Buttons .............................. 2-48
Event Data Records (EDR) ................................ 7-9
Exit Lighting ................................................... 3-16
Express Down Window .................................... 2-12
Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-30
Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-12

Filter

Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-18

Finding a Program Type (PTY)

Station ....................................... 3-44, 3-53, 3-64
Finding a Station .................... 3-39, 3-42, 3-50, 3-61
Finish Care .................................................... 5-96
Finish Damage ............................................... 5-99
Five-Speed .................................................... 2-27
Fixed Mast Antenna ........................................ 3-74
Flash-to-Pass Feature ....................................... 3-7
Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-78
Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-79

Fluid

Automatic Transmission ................................ 5-19
Manual Transmission .................................... 5-22
Power Steering ........................................... 5-37
Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-38
FM ............................................................... 3-72
Fog Lamps .................................................... 3-15
Following Distance .......................................... 4-67
Footnotes ................................................ 6-7, 6-18
Four Door Models ........................... 1-26, 1-28, 1-51
Four-Wheel Drive .................................... 2-29, 5-49
Front Axle ...................................................... 5-50
Front Map Lamps ........................................... 3-16
Front Reading Lamps ...................................... 3-16
Front Storage Area ......................................... 2-56
............................................................... 5-4
Fuel Additives ...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel .............................................. 5-5
Filling a Portable Fuel Container .................... 5-10
Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-7
Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-6
Gage ......................................................... 3-36
Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-4
Gasoline Specifications .................................. 5-5
Low Warning Light ....................................... 3-36
System Inspection ....................................... 6-31

Fuses

Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......................... 5-103
Windshield Wiper ....................................... 5-102

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Gage

Check Gages Warning Light .......................... 3-35
Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-29
Fuel .......................................................... 3-36
Oil Pressure ............................................... 3-33
Speedometer .............................................. 3-24
Tachometer ................................................. 3-24
Voltmeter Gage ........................................... 3-26
Garage Door Opener ....................................... 2-44
Garment Hooks .............................................. 2-57
Gasoline

Octane ........................................................ 5-4
Specifications ............................................... 5-5
Gate Ajar Light ............................................... 3-35
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming ........ 2-48
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving ................ 4-18
Glove Box ..................................................... 2-49
GM Mobility Program for Persons with

Disabilities .................................................... 7-5

Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-4
Head Restraints ............................................... 1-6
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer .................... 3-7
Headlamps .................................................... 5-51
Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-51
Electrical System ....................................... 5-102
Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-51
One-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps ............... 5-53
Two-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps ............... 5-54
Heated Seats ................................................... 1-4
Heating ......................................................... 3-18
Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-37
Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-38
Hitches .......................................................... 4-65
HomeLink® Transmitter .................................... 2-44
HomeLink® Transmitter, Programming ................ 2-46
Hood

Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10
Release ..................................................... 5-11

Horn ............................................................... 3-5
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant

Recovery Tank ............................................ 5-32
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator .................. 5-34
How to Add Fluid .................................... 5-22, 5-23
How to Check ................................ 5-20, 5-22, 5-70
How to Check and Add Fluid ............................ 5-24
How to Check Lubricant .......................... 5-48, 5-50
How to Check Power Steering Fluid .................. 5-38
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ....... 5-18
How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-13
Hydraulic Clutch ............................................. 5-23
Hydraulic Clutch System Check ........................ 6-27
Hydroplaning .................................................. 4-33

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine .......... 5-29
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ............... 5-28
If the Light Is Flashing ..................................... 3-31
If the Light Is On Steady ................................. 3-32
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard ......................... 4-42
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ....... 4-44
If You Decide To Pull A Trailer .......................... 4-61
Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-19

Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...................... 6-29
Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-34
Inflation - Tire Pressure ................................... 5-69
Inspection

Brake System ............................................. 6-32
Engine Cooling System ................................ 6-31
Exhaust System .......................................... 6-31
Fuel System ............................................... 6-31
Part C - Periodic Maintenance ....................... 6-31
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle

Boot and Seal ......................................... 6-31
Throttle System ........................................... 6-32
Transfer Case and Front Axle

(Four-Wheel Drive) ................................... 6-32
Installing a Garage Door Opener ....................... 2-50
Instrument Panel

Cluster ....................................................... 3-22
Overview ..................................................... 3-2
Instrument Panel Fuse Block .......................... 5-103
Instrumental Panel Brightness ........................... 3-15
Interior Lamps ................................................ 3-15

Jump Starting ................................................. 5-44

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Key Lock Cylinders Service .............................. 6-28
Key Release Button ........................................ 2-20
Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2-4
Keys ............................................................... 2-3

Lamps

Exterior ...................................................... 3-12
Interior ....................................................... 3-15
Lamps On Reminder ....................................... 3-13
Lap Belt ................................................ 1-21, 1-26
Lap-Shoulder Belt ........................................... 1-14
LATCH System

Child Restraints ........................................... 1-44
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the

LATCH System ........................................ 1-46
Leaving Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-10
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine

Running ..................................................... 2-38

Light

Air Bag Readiness ....................................... 3-25
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-29
Brake System Warning ................................. 3-28
Charging System ......................................... 3-26
Check Gages Warning ................................. 3-35

Light (cont.)

Gate Ajar ................................................... 3-35
Low Fuel Warning ....................................... 3-36
Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-30
Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-24
Security ..................................................... 3-34
Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light ......... 3-34
Tow/Haul Mode ........................................... 3-35
..................................................... 3-27
Up-Shift Loading Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-54
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving .......... 4-16
Locking Rear Axle ............................................ 4-9
Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-10
Locks

Door ........................................................... 2-7
Leaving Your Vehicle .................................... 2-10
Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-10
Power Door .................................................. 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............... 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-10
Long Trip/Highway Definition .............................. 6-6
Long Trip/Highway Intervals ............................... 6-6
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ........ 6-18
Loss of Control ............................................... 4-14
Low Fuel Warning Light ................................... 3-36
Luggage Carrier .............................................. 2-57
Lumbar

Power Controls ............................................. 1-3

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Maintenance Schedule

At Each Fuel Fill ......................................... 6-26
At Least Once a Month ................................ 6-26
At Least Once a Year .................................. 6-28
At Least Twice a Year .................................. 6-27
Brake System Inspection .............................. 6-32
Engine Cooling System Inspection ................. 6-31
Exhaust System Inspection ........................... 6-31
Fuel System Inspection ................................ 6-31
How This Section is Organized ....................... 6-3
Introduction .................................................. 6-2
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ..... 6-18
Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ......... 6-35
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services ............. 6-26
Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 6-31
Part D - Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants ............................................... 6-33
Part E - Maintenance Record ........................ 6-37
Selecting the Right Schedule .......................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ............. 6-6
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle

Boot and Seal Inspection .......................... 6-31
Throttle System Inspection ............................ 6-32

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Maintenance Schedule (cont.)

Transfer Case and Front Axle

(Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection .................... 6-32
Using Your ................................................... 6-4
Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2
Maintenance When Trailer Towing ..................... 4-70
Making Turns ................................................. 4-67
Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-30
Manual Seats ................................................... 1-2
Manual Transmission ....................................... 2-21
Fluid .......................................................... 5-22
Operation ................................................... 2-27
Manual Transmission Check ............................. 6-27
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ............... 2-6
Memory Seat ................................................. 2-64
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance ....................... 7-5

Mirrors

Automatic Dimming Rearview ........................ 2-42
Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-42
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 2-44
Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-44
Outside Heated Mirrors ................................ 2-44
Outside Manual Mirror .................................. 2-43
Outside Power Mirrors .................................. 2-43
Model Reference ................................................ vi MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-3

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New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-18
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............ 6-35

Odometer ...................................................... 3-24
Odometer, Trip ............................................... 3-24
Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-12
Oil

Engine ....................................................... 5-13
Pressure Gage ............................................ 3-33
Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-31
Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-3
Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Off

Paved Roads .............................................. 4-15
Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-4
Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-20
Outside

Automatic Dimming Mirror ............................. 2-44
Convex Mirror ............................................. 2-44
Heated Mirrors ............................................ 2-44
Manual Mirror ............................................. 2-43
Power Mirrors ............................................. 2-43
Overhead Console .......................................... 2-49
Overseas – Customer Assistance ........................ 7-5
Owners, Canadian ............................................... ii Owner’s Information ........................................ 7-12

Park (P)

Parking

Shifting Into ................................................ 2-36
Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-39

Brake ........................................................ 2-35
Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-40

Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission

Park (P) Mechanism Check ........................... 6-30
Parking on Hills .............................................. 4-68
Parking Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-39
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ............ 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services ................ 6-26
Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections .......... 6-31
Part D - Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants .................................................. 6-33
Part E - Maintenance Record ........................... 6-37
Passing ................................................. 4-12, 4-67
Passlock® ...................................................... 2-18
Payload ......................................................... 4-60
Capacities .................................................... 5-108
Plan Ahead When Possible ................................ 7-8
Playing a Cassette Tape .................................. 3-55
Playing a CD ................................. 3-47, 3-58, 3-66
Playing a Specific Loaded CD .......................... 3-68
Playing the Radio ................... 3-38, 3-41, 3-49, 3-60

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Power

Door Locks .................................................. 2-8
Electrical System ....................................... 5-102
Lumbar Controls ........................................... 1-3
Seat ............................................................ 1-3
Steering Fluid ............................................. 5-37
Windows .................................................... 2-12
Power Steering ............................................... 4-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks .................. 2-8
Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter ........... 2-46

Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-12

Radiator Pressure Cap .................................... 5-27
Radio Data System (RDS) ............... 3-44, 3-52, 3-63
Radio Messages ............................. 3-40, 3-47, 3-55
Radios .......................................................... 3-37
AM-FM Radio ............................................. 3-38
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ................ 3-72
Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-74
Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-74
Radio with Cassette and CD ......................... 3-49

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Radios (cont.)

Radio with CD ............................................ 3-41
Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ 3-60
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data

Systems (RDS) ........................................ 3-38

Setting the Time for Radios without Radio

Data Systems (RDS) ................................ 3-37
Theft-Deterrent ............................................ 3-72
Understanding Reception .............................. 3-72
RDS Messages .............................. 3-46, 3-54, 3-65
Rear Axle ...................................................... 5-48
Locking ........................................................ 4-9
Rear Door Security Locks ................................ 2-10
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...................... 1-28
Rear Seat Operation ......................................... 1-6
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ............. 1-23
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-23
Rear Storage Area .......................................... 2-59
Rear Window ................................................. 2-13
Rear Window Defogger .................................... 3-20
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming .................. 2-42
Rearview Mirrors ............................................. 2-42
Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-4
Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-46
Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ............ 2-5
Remote Liftglass Release ................................. 2-15

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the

Spare Tire .................................................. 5-84
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-80
Removing the Wheel Cover .............................. 5-83
Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-56
Replacing Brake System Parts .......................... 5-43
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a

Crash ........................................................ 1-59

Reporting Safety Defects

Canadian Government .................................. 7-11
General Motors ........................................... 7-11
United States Government ............................ 7-10
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink® Button ....... 2-49
Resetting Defaults ........................................... 2-49
Restraint System Check ................................... 6-27
Checking Your Restraint Systems ................... 1-58
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a

Crash ..................................................... 1-59

Restraint Systems

Checking .................................................... 1-58
Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-59
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-21
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-21
Roadside

Assistance Program ....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ................... 4-44
Routing, Engine Drive Belt ............................... 6-36
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ....... 2-41

Safety Belt

Safety Belts

Reminder Light ............................................ 3-24

Care of ...................................................... 5-95
Center Front Passenger Position .................... 1-21
Center Rear Passenger Position .................... 1-26
Driver Position ............................................ 1-14
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-13
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..... 1-12
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children

and Small Adults ...................................... 1-28
Rear Seat Passengers ................................. 1-23
Right Front Passenger Position ...................... 1-21
Safety Belt Extender .................................... 1-30
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ................. 1-20
Safety Belts Are for Everyone ......................... 1-8
Safety Chains ................................................. 4-65
Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iii Scanning the Terrain ....................................... 4-18
Seats

Head Restraints ............................................ 1-6
Heated Seats ............................................... 1-4
Manual ........................................................ 1-2
Memory ..................................................... 2-64
Power Lumbar .............................................. 1-3
Power Seats ................................................. 1-3

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Seats (cont.)

Rear Seat Operation ...................................... 1-6
Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 1-4

Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ......... 3-38
Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ..... 3-37

Setting the Time

Setting the Tone

Securing a Child Restraint